American furniture maker tried to bring jobs back home. It didn’t work.

Wall Street Journal: Today, Krinsky’s sofa is still made in Asia. Only now it costs $1,500—and Krinsky is dealing with a recent unpleasant surprise that could upend the economics of his business. And he holds little hope, he said, that the midterm election results will offer a reprieve. “Furniture tariffs are not going to be at the top of either party’s agenda,” he said.

“What exactly is an American business supposed to do?” said Krinsky, who said he voted for the president three times because he felt Trump was the most pro-business candidate. “We’re trying to do what the government wants.”…

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